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Winter and Holiday Safety Information

• Holiday Decorations/Candles

--Video: NIST Dry Christmas Tree fire--remember to keep your Christmas Trees watered and away from igntion sources.

--Picture Below : Office Fire Caused by overloaded, surge protector (Not UL Listed).



• General Cold Weather/Heating Safety

--For updated weather reports check NOAA's website

-- Walmart recalls electric heaters --Updated December 16, 2010.

• Winter Driving

  --For current Colorado road reports and web cameras check CDOT's website.

• Fireplace and Chimney Fires

 

**Check back monthly for updated information and new topics.

For more life safety and fire prevention information contact your local fire or emergency services department. Another excellent, one-stop shop for fire and life safety news, tips, and guidance can be found at the Fire & Life Safety Educators of Colorado (FLSEC) website.

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